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We do a paper one each Easter (no GPS to fight over). Each clue (written on a paper bunny) leads to another location where there is another paper bunny with clue. (Some are in the house some outside.) They lead eventually to some Eggs hidden in the garden. For a birthday party we also did a panning for gold activity which was fun. Got a small kids water table. Put in sand; water; some fools gold, beads, marbles etc; and the children spent some time with a pan (kids water toys with holes work) trying to find some. Then they could weigh the contents on a scale to swap for a small prize. (Although many wanted to keep the fools gold!) Hope the b-day goes well.

I've seen a feature in a magazine where the camera is a 35mm canister - as a new geocacher I am starting to get more familiar with these! The aim of the photograph was to track the course of the sun for a long period, through seasons I think but I can't remember at the moment. I'll have a look and see if there is a link to a website about it. The picture was amazing. It is part of a project currently taking place in several locations around the world.

Thanks for the advice. I have decided to try a simple multi-cache to get the 'feel for it' first. I'll work on the Trust site one after I see how the first one is progressing (and hear some feedback from users). As you say - I am sure the reviewers can help. Well, just found out the first one has been published. (Biggin on the Bump) Combination of a historic airfield, good pub, some interesting street furniture, a circular ByWay walk and a nice view. Phew! Setting it up was a nice way to spend a sunny Saturday. :-) Thanks for your help. Hope it gives enjoyment to others!

The trust is non-profit making and they rely on a lot of donations and volunter support to keep going. I suppose the problem is that I think finding out about the place is just as important as finding the cache. (Am I allowed to say such things?! ;-) I also like the idea of setting up a cache with clues to other locations. (Is this a mystery cache or a multi-cache?) After listening to what people have said so far a possible solution might be... Put all the puzzle information on a web page - so that people could find the cache coordinates without having to enter the museum if they want to. Then place the cache somewhere outside but close to the location. And for those who are happy to pay to get in, make sure the clues relate to the most interesting items in the location so that they "get their money's worth" and have a nice afternoon/day. The only downside I see is that the cache will have to be one of the micro varieties due to location outside. This would be a shame as my children and I find that looking at the swaps and picking something appropriately themed to trade is a very enjoyable part of the whole experience - and would be particularly relevant here. (I am sure that the trust would grant permission for quite a large cache on the site itself and may even help look after it / donate a FTF prize.) Would it be possible to locate the 'official' cache outside for people to log their find but also have an additional / optional "swap box" inside for anyone who decided to actually go in?

Really gutted we have missed this as we are new and have only just discovered the competition. My girls love this kind of thing. Are there any plans for other artistic competitions out there?

Sounds llike good advice - perhaps I will find a few more, then set a simple Cache and Dash style one while I consider the best way to tackle the one on the historical site. Thanks for all the advice - It does seem to be a subject that people feel strongly about. Nadeem

Thanks AlfieGeorge and Tooey (and everyone else who has helped), That sounds like a great way of doing it. It is a fantastic location and the example you linked to has inspired me to have a go. May take a while to set up well but the location should make it an interesting find. Thanks for your help. Nadeem

Hi - I am new to this (born yesterday!) - so sorry if this question has been asked many times before... I would like to put a cache on a site which I think is fascinating. Unfortunately, you have to pay to get in. Obviously I would need the permission of the trust that owns the land but what I don't know is whether this is allowed in the 'rules'. I would put a note in the log advising that you should only look for it if you are willing to pay to enter the location (a living museum site). I am sure that the trust would be happy to be part of this - especially if they get a few more people through the gates as a result. Can anyone advise? Cheers, Nadeem